Renowned local diner best known for its original purple castle location and green chili. This has been my go to breakfast diner since moving to colorado springs 20 years ago. Portion sizes are huge! My goto is the Grump - usually only a 1/4, sometimes a 1/2. They are now open at 7 so back in the breakfast rotation for us early birds! (They also now take credit cards)
While recently visiting Colorado Springs I had the pleasure of dining at King's Chef Diner. The food and service were outstanding. The portions are large and the price is right. Our group of 8 was seated immediately and we received fast and friendly service. Being from the East Coast I don't see green chili options on menus so I had to get the green chili breakfast burrito and it didn't disappoint! It was huge and it was delicious. I opted for green chili and a bowl of their sausage gravy on the side. You can't go wrong with this meal or really any other. Everyone at the table loved their food. Don't hesitate to check this place out!
So the description for the The Grump sounds like a lot of food, but when you get it served to you...its a completely different experience! My wife and I split it and it was obviously more than enough. It was fresh, delicious, and cooked exactly how we ordered it. Our server was awesome. Our food came out fast and for a table of 8, that's saying something. I sampled the French Toast from kids plate after I distracted them with "that dinosaur in the corner over there". That was delicious as well! We will be back, because I found my new favorite diner in The Springs.
The food is great here. I can only speak about the bacon cheeseburger, the fries, and the french toast breakfast. I have not had the green chile, because it is not for me. The service is great with Sue and the staff taking care to make sure your food is great. They are located at the corner of Bijou and Nevada. Their hours are 8 AM to 2 PM. No dinner time here.
Great food, right amount of flavor and spice at the same time. Very friendly and fast service. Come in and try it for yourself!!!
It says best breakfast burrito & yes it is best I've had yet, portion size is huge. 2 people could share and be full even for hefty eaters. The one in the pic is the mini. And the French toast oh yum. It was a wait though to get ordered and sat, but not bad.
A hash brown plate lives and dies by it’s potatoes, and the grump delivers on it. The hash has the right amount of crispy bits and was seasoned properly. Generous chunks of bacon. The green chili is very solid, the gravy tastes kinda like any diner’s, take it or leave it. I ordered the half size and still barely finished half. Portions are generous to say the least.
Marley is an amazing server. Handles morning rush like a champ. Tip her good plz.
My cousin introduced me to King's Chef. He always brings my Aunt, when she comes to visit. This is a cute, locally owned family diner. The portions are quite large, don't be surprised if you end up sharing the half sized portions. I took a friend and colleague for lunch. She didn't even know they existed, but was very happy with her BLT. I got the chicken burrito this time, but usually opt for the breakfast burrito. I definitely recommend this place as a family friendly option!
This place was super packed, and for good reason, the food is great and so far the best green Chile I've had in the springs. The portions are huge, so I would either get a smaller portion, plan for leftovers, or share with someone. We sat at the bar area, and the cooks sang a song together, it was awesome. The whole crew was very cohesive, even though they were down a waitress. 100% recommend.
Great service and great food! Delicious breakfast all day - get The Thing or The Grump but only get 1/2 order unless you want take-home! (And I am a decent sized guy!)
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